Having won three La Liga championships, four UEFA Champions League crowns, a Copa del Rey, and more than his fair share of controversy, Gareth Bale hadfinally decided to leave Real Madrid. His contract with the Whites was valid until June 30, and both parties opted not to renew it.
It was long before the grumbling, the criticism, and ‘Wales. Golf. Madrid,’Bale was bought by Tottenham for €100 million.Since arriving from the Premier League, he’d shown himself worthy of the reported transfer value, scoring wonder goals and putting in match-winning performances at regular intervals.
When Gareth Bale’s contractexpired at the beginning of July,the veteranWelshman had already decided where he wouldbe playing next season. It wasLos Angeles FCwho announced on June 27 that they haveagreed to a one-year contract with an option for an additional year with the Wales international.
When will Gareth Bale debut for LAFC?
There was no Gareth Bale in Los Angeles FC’s latest match, a stunning 3-2 triumph in the El Trafico derby against Los Angeles Galaxyon Friday, July 8since his move from Real Madrid wasnot yet been finalized. In fact, MLS’ ‘secondary transfer window‘ had justbegun on July 7.
Unfortunately, the Welshman was unable to practice with the rest of the squad because he had not acquired his P1 Visa and International Transfer Certificate.After being presented as a newmember of Steve Cherundolo’s squad, the Welshman showed signs of eagerness to play in Major League Soccer.
He isscheduled to make his LAFC debut on Sunday, July 17 against Nashville SC at GEODIS Park if all goes according to plan. LAFC’s season runs from February to November, which is exactly when the Welshman will be concentrating on the 2022 World Cup.
The MLS regular season finishes on October 9 and the MLS Cup finals will be held on November 5 assuming LAFC advance to the latter round. Bale will have two weeks to prepare for their Qatar2022 opener on November 21.
